What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Dorset?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Dorset is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Dorset?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Dorset is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Terminal 5 and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Dorchester South via Southampton Airport Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Reading to Dorset?

The distance between Reading and Dorset is 109 miles. The road distance is 85.3 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Dorset without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Dorset without a car is to train via Southampton Airport (SOU) which takes 4h and costs £40 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Dorset?

It takes approximately 4h to get from Reading to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Dorset bus from?

Reading to Dorset bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Dorset train from?

Reading to Dorset train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Dorset?

The best way to get from Reading to Dorset is to train via Southampton Airport (SOU) which takes 4h and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Reading to Dorset bus arrive?

Reading to Dorset bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Dorset train arrive?

Reading to Dorset train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Southampton Airport Parkway station.

Can I drive from Reading to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Dorset is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Reading to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 1623+ hotels available in Dorset.

Reading to Dorset - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train via Southampton Airport (SOU)
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h
£41–77
Drive 84.8 mi
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1. Drive from Reading to Dorsetcar 84.8 mi
1h 57m
£21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Stationbus 035
5h 49m
£45–65
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 12m
£36–82

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Distance: 108.3 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Reading, England and Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Southampton Airport Parkway, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Terminal 5 and South Station in around 5h 49m.

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